The model run results cover the period of March 8, through March 28, and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1. CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 3 throughout the forecast period.
2. The Delta Cross Channel gates will be closed throughout the forecast period.  
3.  Suisun Marsh salinity control flashboards are in, and the three Suisun Marsh Salinity Control Gates are in open position.
4. The Middle River ag. barrier was installed on March 9, 2016 with all 6 culvert flap-gates tied open.
5.  San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is 1,087 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and increases to 1’100 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
6. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis decreases from 785 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period to 775 umhos/cm by the end of forecast period.
7.  Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 39,918 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and decreases to 26’750 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
8. CCFB is at 2,390 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and decreases to 2’330 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
9. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 3,400 cfs throughout the forecast period.